The body of Carl Edwards, 23, was discovered on the Greenfields Estate in the early hours of Monday morning. He died from a single bullet wound to his head.

Floral tributes have been placed around the spot in Arkwright Close where his body was discovered, at 2.17am. They include messages of love from his girlfriend Helen, their baby Millie and Helen's daughter Georgia.

Mr Edwards, unemployed, died from injuries inflicted by a handgun but detectives have ruled out any suspicious circumstances.

A spokesman for Cheshire Police said: 'He was certified dead at the scene and the police are now investigating the circumstances, which are not believed to be suspicious.

'Foul play is not suspected but inquiries are continuing by CID.'

An inquest into Mr Edwards' death has been opened and adjourned.

His parents, Charles and Marie, of Bradbury Road, Wharton, were too upset to comment yesterday.